Classic Itineraries
Sharing of the KAILAS National Retail Terminal "1+1" Training Event (Shenzhen Stop)
Starting on July 17, following the Chengdu stop, the second leg of the 2012 KAILAS National Retail Terminal "1+1" Training Program officially commenced by the seaside in Shenzhen. Aimed at enhancing the outdoor professionalism of KAILAS frontline sales staff nationwide, this large-scale terminal training event closely follows the 2012 London Olympics and is in full swing across major regional markets...
China's Rock Climbing Tour: Stop 4 – Exploring Quzhou’s “U-Shaped Cave”
Zhejiang’s Version of Getu: The Water Town of Huping’s U-Shaped Cave Jiangnan, misty Zhejiang, has always been known for its delicate and ethereal scenery. But what many don’t expect is that this place also boasts a bold and thrilling rock climbing scene. For a long time, your region has been famous for its rich biodiversity, and here there are also striking karst landforms, lush forests, and...
Toll-free policy during four major holidays may boost self-drive tourism market
Recently, the State Council approved toll-free travel for small passenger vehicles during the Spring Festival, Qingming Festival, Labor Day, and National Day holidays. The news has caused a huge stir in the tourism market. Industry insiders estimate that after the toll exemption, the transportation costs of self-drive tours could be reduced by up to 40%, and self-drive tourism is expected to more than double. Tourism professionals stated...
A young man cycles to Tibet after the gaokao to promote low-carbon environmentalism
On August 4, at the Potala Palace Square in Tibet, 21-year-old Zhu Lijie from Gaobeidian finally fulfilled his long-held dream of cycling to Lhasa. Two years ago, Zhu fell in love with cycling and often spent weekends exploring local areas and nearby counties with fellow cyclists, promoting low-carbon environmental knowledge along the way, which received positive feedback from family and friends...
Female student drops out to cycle to London, but visa rejection ends dream in Turkey
Wang Yuqi, a cycling rookie, took a year off school, shaved her head, and joined a team to cycle to London. Wang Yuqi, 20 years old, signed up without hesitation after seeing an online group of cyclists heading to London during her first summer vacation in college last year, then went through the procedures to take a leave of absence. Wang Yuqi said she is not really...
A 12-year-old middle school student in Changsha cycles 400 kilometers to reach Zhangjiajie
Zou Dunyu, a first-year student at Hunan Guangyi Experimental School, spent four days cycling 410 kilometers from Changsha to the Wulingyuan Scenic Area. “Take nothing but photos; leave nothing but tire tracks…” Spending four days, with just a bicycle, Zou Dunyu from Hunan Guangyi...
Primary school students hike to Beijing for public welfare education support
From July 9 to 27, two primary school students from Xingtai, Xie Pingyun and Xie Pingran, hiked 400 kilometers to Beijing, raising nearly 7,000 yuan for underprivileged students along the way, drawing widespread attention. According to Pingyun’s father, Xie Aimin, this was not only a public welfare initiative but also a “home education experiment.” On the afternoon of August 3, 11-year-old Xie Pingyun and...
OR clothing becomes the official apparel for the Grand Targhee ski resort in the U.S.
Starting this fall, Outdoor Research, the world’s leading independent brand of outdoor apparel and accessories, will become the official workwear for Wyoming’s Grand Targhee ski resort. The resort’s patrol team, ski guides, naturalists, and hiking guides will all don OR gear, gloves, and...
The Outdoor Research Endurance gaiters won an award at the European Outdoor Show
2012 was a fruitful year for Outdoor Research. Following the Axiom Active Shell jacket winning the Outside Jacket Category Award in spring, the Lodestar softshell apparel claimed the Polartec 2012 APEX Textile Award. Now, the innovative Endurance gaiters have once again taken home an award at the 2022 "European...
Hans Florine Becomes Brand Ambassador for OR Climbing Series
In recent years, American climbing ace Hans Florine, who has continuously broken speed climbing records in Yosemite, has joined Outdoor Research as a climbing brand ambassador. Born in June 1964, Hans Florine is a renowned American climber with nearly 30 years of climbing experience. For over 20 years, he has climbed nearly a hundred times and...
Cycling requires roads, bikes, and safety.
Brand: BLACKYAK Material: GORE-TEX® L Material Size: L Color: Yellow Tester: Dahuang (Qinglv Outdoor) Test Period: 1. April 1–21, 2012; 2. April 25, 2012 Test Environment: 1. Kubuqi Desert, temperature ranging from about -5°C to 20°C, strong winds. 2. North...
To venture into the Altun Mountains, one must first sharpen their "tools."
"I exercise every day to maintain my physical fitness—the Altun Mountains are no joke," Lei Diansheng said excitedly when talking about the May expedition to the Altun Mountains. The blue sky, snow-capped mountains, glaciers, deserts, swamps, grasslands, lakes, rocky peaks, and wildlife… everything in the Altun Mountains draws Lei in like a magnet...
A Laboratory in the Altun Mountains
The name of the Altun Mountains comes from Mongolian, meaning "mountains with cypress trees." However, when Lei Diansheng and his team first entered the Altun Mountains, they didn’t see any traces related to cypress trees—what greeted them was a sky full of dust. Lei Diansheng, known as China’s foremost long-distance hiker, gained fame for trekking across China for ten years. Many years ago, when he first faced the Altun Mountains...
Climbing a Mountain, Clearing a Path — A Record of the “Qingxiang Activity” by the Nature Friends Mountaineering Team
On April 7, 2012, over 200 environmental volunteers participated in a cleanup activity of outdoor litter on Fragrant Hills organized by the “Nature Friends Mountaineering Team.” The “Qingxiang Activity” is one of the regular environmental initiatives by the Nature Friends Mountaineering Team. Over the past seven years, it has grown from a small group of dozens at the beginning to a gathering of hundreds today. ...
"Fatigue-Free" Hiking & "Stress-Free" Outdoor Gear
What is "fatigue-free" hiking? Want to go far and take on thrilling trails without getting tired? That’s wishful thinking. What about "stress-free" outdoor gear? You still have to carry everything you need to eat, drink, and sleep on your back. Want to make it easier? Are you joking? If you think these are impossible, then you’re just not "awesome" or "trendy" enough...
The Era of Outdoor Professionalism Has Arrived: Gore’s “Sandwich” Concept Fabric Sparks a New Wave of Innovation
Featuring the waterproof and breathable functions of GORE-TEX®, the "HowStuffWorks" magazine listed it as one of the "100 Best American Products in the World." From the mid-1970s to today, Gore has consistently upheld a spirit of innovation alongside technological advancement. In 2012, an even more breathable, durable, and lightweight GORE-TEX...
Promotional Video for the 3rd Beijing International Mountain Hiking Festival — Jingmei Cup
Do you want snowboarders to wear your custom-designed snowboarding T-shirts? Don’t wait—join the 3rd “DIY Snowboard Trendsetter” NITRO T-Shirt Design Competition for the 2012–2013 snow season. NITRO Snowboard provides a platform where you can fully showcase your personal charm, creativity, and style...
Powermonkey Extreme won second place in the audience award at the first Asia Outdoor Exhibition.
The original intention of the Asia Outdoor Industry Awards is to highlight outstanding products. The awards were judged by eight individuals, including members from the Jiangsu Industrial Design Society, professional buyers, media product editors, mountaineering coaches, and international judges. Powermonkey Extreme was awarded the 2012 Asia Outdoor Industry Awards Silver Prize. Judges:...
Klättermusen wins the 2012 Asia Outdoor Industry Award for Environmental Protection
The original intention of the Asia Outdoor Industry Award is to highlight outstanding products. The awards are judged by eight professionals, including members from the Jiangsu Industrial Design Society, professional buyers, media product editors, mountain climbing coaches, and international judges. Klättermusen KLATTERMUSEN GNA Travel Pack won the 2012 Asia Outdoor Industry Award for Environmental...
The SALEWA ROCKSHOW CHINA 2012 Jinyuan stop concluded successfully
On August 4, 2012, the first phase of the SALEWA ROCKSHOW CHINA 2012 event was successfully held at the climbing venue in Beijing's Jinyuan Yansha Mall. The SALEWA ROCKSHOW climbing series originated in Europe, aiming to promote communication and sharing through a series of climbing activities, helping more people understand, get to know, and fall in love with climbing, and to advance...